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Like the feel of the place. Good place to relax after walking the neighborhood. Cake tasty but a bit dry. Sit in the window if you can and people watch. Ideal location. I enjoyed my latte and sat on the sofa for a good 30min. Nice break overall....

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Orders taken twice. Drinks came 20 minutes, food 30 minutes late. Only 3 guests at basement, not too sure of the terrace though.
When prompted on the lateness, we were told that the turkish noodles were unavailable, and the cook went out to purchase them. Food was ok. Managed to finish, due to being too hungry.
All in all,...

In the beginning of December I spent 3 nights in this hotel with my 4 years old daughter and my mum. We had a great time. It is best location to go everywhere then....great food, nice stuff and clean rooms. I would recommend to everyone.

We stopped off at Galatalife for a tea/coffee and snack after walking around the old town in Istanbul on our way back to Taksim Square
Nice food and friendly service. A good menu with plenty of choice
Nice to just sit in the front window and watch the world go by for an hour
Worth popping in

We stayed in a close by hotel... and walked into Galata Life for lunch hours before our return flight back to the UK. The food is home made, very authentic and superb on all fronts. After a week full of bad dinner and lunch experiences, Galata Life restored our faith in Turkish Cuisine. Our only regret is not finding out...

I and my husband spent 7 night at S eptember there. the location is very good, is located on the Istiklal street and just 5 minutes to Taksim square so easy access to other places in Istanbul. The staff is very good and helpful. Rooms are small but very clean they clean it every day. Bath is very clean. The...

My boyfriend and I spent 4 nights here in September--the Galata Tower area has a pretty vibrant night life and can get loud at night, so book a room toward the back of the hotel. The staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating, the rooftop terrace and cafe/breakfast area are especially nice. Bathroom is quite small, but worked out just fine....

Comfortable beds in clean rooms, perfect breakfast! I highly recommend you to stay this hotel that is located on the Beyoglu Istiklal street and 10 minutes walking distance to historical places(Topkapi, Ayasofia, Eminönü, Sultanahmet) of Istanbul. it was really good! I would like to thank you again to helpful and great staff. See you!

I spent 4 nights in Galata Life with my boyfriend. Due to overbooking, we were given a family room instead of the double room, obviously for the same price. The room was very large and comfortable, with a very nice bow-window and everything we needed (bed lamps, plenty of storing space, hairdryer, shower gel, television). It was spotless clean and...

Top location - close to the Galata tower, walking distance to the Bosporus, around the corner from (also alternative) bars and restaurants in the back streets. The staff was super friendly, gave us tips of where to head to at night and the chef presented us proudly with his home-made fig jam :) Breakfast was good, if you crave a...

Staying in Beyoglu

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Beyoglu

Istanbul’s most famous street, pedestrianized Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue), throbs day and night and offers a fantastic array of architectural sights, shops, treats, and throngs upon teeming throngs of people. At the avenue’s northeastern end is expansive Taksim Square, thought by many to be the very heart of the city, with many of Turkey’s most renowned restaurants and some of Europe’s most happening nightlife in close proximity. In striking contrast, Beyoglu’s less trafficked areas – such as the affluent Cihangir and the antiques district of Cukurcuma – exude Old World charm and provide contemplative calm and splendid diversion via an assortment of cozy cafes, attractive boutiques, and quiet lanes.

Located at the heart of Istanbul, Galata Life Istanbul takes you on an unforgettable journey where the sense of hospitality is hold on a high esteem. Our commitment to provide a friendly yet discreet service, makes sure that you feel home in an impeccable ambiance where the orient meets the Occident. Featuring just 5 guest rooms, this cosy boutique hotel distinguishes itself thanks to its small size and individual design. Each guest room is named and dedicated to the most important sightseeing attractions of Istanbul, creating a sophisticated yet inviting and relaxing spirit. Evoking a home like atmosphere, the sense of harmony and intimacy is created by the careful selection of harmonious colours and materials in the interior design.. In walking distance from the most important museums and sight seeing attractions, such as the world renowned Galata Tower and Sultanahmet district, the city is right underneath your doorstep. Next to the most famous artistic district "Tunel" in Taksim with its celebrated bars and restaurants. During the warm season, the fabulous terrace, overlooking the Galata Tower and Hagia Sophia, provides the perfect way to start into the day. For breakfasts, brunches, lunches, coffee breaks and light dinners, you are more than welcome to take a culinary journey at our restaurant offering Turkish specialties and international cuisine....more less

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